Franklin girl to appear on Jeopardy
Franklin, MA
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Freeman Rail Trail Expansion Moves Forward
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via Commonwealth Conversations: Transportation by Klark Jessen on 6/18/10
Lieutenant Governor Timothy Murray today announced funding to design a major expansion of the popular Bruce Freeman Rail Trail through Westford, Carlisle, Acton and Concord.The $931,500 in capital funds will design the next two phases of the Freeman Rail Trail, the first of which will extend the trail south by nearly five miles.
"This strategic investment in designing the expansion of the Freeman Trail will enhance the transportation and recreational infrastructure in the region, providing long term healthy transportation benefits to the residents of Acton, Westford, Carlisle and the many people in the surrounding communities who use and enjoy the Trail," said Governor Deval Patrick.
"As part of our administration's transportation reform we have committed to improve service within all transportation systems in the Commonwealth," said Lieutenant Governor Timothy Murray. "Today's announced design funding for the expansion of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail is another example of infrastructure improvements that will offer our residents increased recreational and healthy transportation opportunities in the region."
The funds will design the next two phases of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail from the end of the current trail through Westford and Lowell south through Westford, Carlisle, Acton and Concord, including construction of a 10-12 foot paved asphalt multi-use trail, construction of a pedestrian bridge over Route 2A/119, and rehabilitation of six existing rail bridges along the Trail. A segment of the trail crossing Route 2 will be designed with the Concord Rotary Project. In October 2009, the Patrick Administration awarded an additional $500,000 in "Transportation Enhancements" funding to support final design of phase 2A of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail.
The estimated construction cost of the first phase of Trail expansion through Acton, Westford, and Carlisle is $7.7 million. Learn more about Governor Patrick's Massachusetts Works programs to create jobs and promote economic development.
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In the News - Strawberry Festival
FRANKLIN — Even as threatening rain clouds loomed, downtown Franklin yesterday bustled with families and friends during the eighth annual Strawberry Festival.
On a new night with later hours than in past years, the celebration of summer drew an excited and hungry crowd.
"They all want strawberry shortcake for dinner," said Donna O'Neil as she sold the dessert in the municipal parking lot on West Central Street.
Hosted by the Downtown Partnership, this year's event was paired with the organization's Third Thursday event - which features specials and promotions by downtown businesses during summer months.
Read the full article in the Milford Daily News here:
http://www.milforddailynews.com/features/x1372400934/Strawberry-Festival-draws-a-crowd-in-Franklin
Franklin, MA
Friday, June 18, 2010
What if? - poll fixed
Update: Google was having a problem with the poll question. It was resolved on 6/17/10. The question is now available and open until midnight on June 25th.
Based upon the discussion around the article in the Milford Daily News on Tuesday 6/15/10, a new poll question has been added to the center column.
The question asks if the override question had been phrased differently would the results have been different. In particular the question is:
Based upon the discussion around the article in the Milford Daily News on Tuesday 6/15/10, a new poll question has been added to the center column.
The question asks if the override question had been phrased differently would the results have been different. In particular the question is:
If the override was split into 2 separate questions, would you have approved the school override? Q1 - $2.1 million for schools Q2 - $900K for roads/the town
Yes
No
The article and full comment stream can be found here:
Strawberry Festival - photo recap
Strawberry shortcake? Yes, indeed. The fresh shortcake, luscious strawberries and sweet creamy topping created a line.
The GATRA "strawberry shuttle" was in operation.
John Kinney performed in from of the shortcake line.
Amongst the songs Jamie Barrett performed was the "City Known as the Town of Franklin"
The flowers on the railroad bridge are continuing to blossom and share their color with those who come downtown to Franklin.
As a member of the Franklin Downtown Partnership, it is good to see so many folks coming down for events like this. There are additional Third Thursday events in July and August. Mark your calendar for a good time in downtown Franklin!
Franklin, MA
The GATRA "strawberry shuttle" was in operation.
John Kinney performed in from of the shortcake line.
Amongst the songs Jamie Barrett performed was the "City Known as the Town of Franklin"
The flowers on the railroad bridge are continuing to blossom and share their color with those who come downtown to Franklin.
As a member of the Franklin Downtown Partnership, it is good to see so many folks coming down for events like this. There are additional Third Thursday events in July and August. Mark your calendar for a good time in downtown Franklin!
Franklin, MA
Franklin, MA: Planning Board - 06/21/10 - Agenda
7:15 PM
Continued Public Hearing
485 East Central St - Franklin Market
Site Plan and Special Permit
Initial Public Hearing
485 East Central St - Franklin Market
Site Plan and Special Permit
The full agenda document can be found here:
PlanningBoard_Agenda_06-21-10
Franklin, MA
Continued Public Hearing
485 East Central St - Franklin Market
Site Plan and Special Permit
Initial Public Hearing
485 East Central St - Franklin Market
Site Plan and Special Permit
The full agenda document can be found here:
PlanningBoard_Agenda_06-21-10
Franklin, MA
Franklin, MA: 4th of July Schedule
The schedule of events for the Franklin, MA 4th of July are as follows:
Franklin 4thJuly 2010 Schedule
Additional information can be found on the 4th of July Coalition website here:
http://july4thfranklinma.com/
Franklin 4thJuly 2010 Schedule
Additional information can be found on the 4th of July Coalition website here:
http://july4thfranklinma.com/
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